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Monday, April 28, 2014

We're getting close to wrapping up the April edition of Every Room In The House. This month we've been partying in The Bathroom, and I thought before the party ends it would be fun to show you bathrooms in real Wales' cottages. 1. Nibley Barn
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So much of this bathroom speaks to a traditional cottage: the deep well windows, exposed structural beams, and wide plank floors. Even the antique chair between the commode and the pedestal sink, and the hanging mirror over the sink transport us to earlier times.

White beadboard in front of the tub and sink maintain a classic cottage feel. I like the use of a shaving mirror here where the slanted wall would make installation of a mirror above the sink problematic. 3. Erwarton Cottage

Lots of white here. The curtain and fabric hamper soften the room. Plank half walls and coved ceilings create an inviting retreat. So tell me, did you find a favorite amongst these cottage bathrooms?A special thanks to Blaentrothy Cottages for allowing me the privilege of sharing these lovely cottages. Check out more bathrooms at Every Room In The House - The Bathroom.

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Bathroom storage can be a challenge.. Solving the problem can range from adding a wall cabinet -- to a total bathroom remodel. That's fine if you own your home. But what if you're renters like we are, and the only storage available is two drawers in the vanity?

When we moved into our apartment last July I liked our nicely fitted bathroom.

It's dressed up with beadboard.

It has a nice shower.

But there's that only-two-drawers-in-the-vanity thing. Definitely lacking storage in this bathroom.

Between the shower and the entrance door is an open space. We could have placed a chest there, except that's where the heater vent was installed and it needed to remain clear.Fortunately, the heater is just above the baseboard with clearance on either side, so my very creative husband built a cupboard to fit the space and clear the heater .

He picked up the pine material at the lumber yard. The doors were made from shutters we found on clearance at a local shop; we paid $10 for the pair.

Interior shelves hold all our essentials and extra towels.I chose to leave the wood natural, as it fits in with the light wood in the bathroom. When we move, the cabinet can be used in Dennis' studio or my workroom. We may decide to paint it at that time

This primitive cupboard is cute and joyful. It solved our storage problem inexpensively, and Dennis says it was fun to build.How have you solved storage solutions in your home?

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Hello my Cottage Friends,I hope your week is off to a great start. As for me, I'm happy to have completed a project. Remember the quilt I started last October? I finished the quilt top in my beginners quilting class, and it's been sitting in my workroom waiting for me to take a machine quilting class to finish it. Several weeks ago I completed a class in free motion machine quilting, and last week I used my October quilt as a guinea pig to try out what I learned. The quilt was already pretty wonky -- my piecing skills have improved considerably -- so I didn't hesitate to practice some radical free motion quilting. It's pretty amateurish, but that's okay. I learned a lot.

I finished binding the quilt this afternoon, and washed it. I love the way new quilts look after they're washed the first time -- the crinkly look they acquire.So yeah, I'm happy it's done. And now I'm ready to begin my second quilt.

It's a 63" x 74" quilt in the Piece of Cake pattern. I'll use the 3 Sisters Lario Layer Cake by Moda to make this quilt.

I've got the pieces cut out and plan to start sewing tomorrow. Anything that's a "piece of cake" sounds good to me. We've been so busy with house plans and getting bids that I'm worn out. (More about all that later.) How about you? What are you doing this week?On another note, if you have a bathroom post you'd like to share at Every Room In The House, please do. It doesn't have to be a recent post. We're partying in the bathroom the entire month of April, and I'd love it if you'd join in the fun. Here's the link: Every Room In The House Party - #4

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For as long as I can remember I've loved cottages. These cozy places, with abundant flowers and sunshine, give me a sense of peace and contentment. Walking through the front door of a cottage one sees simple, timeless decor: fresh cut flowers in unexpected containers, vintage fabrics, painted furniture and well-worn books. This isn't a home where everything matches and that makes the rooms even more enchanting. They're decidedly and lovingly filled with whatever things bring joy to the inhabitants. Come with me and explore the beauty and simplicity of a cottage life, no matter where you live.

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